Active Place Avoidance Maze
A Key Tool for Behavioral Research
The Active Place Avoidance (APA) maze is a valuable apparatus for studying spatial learning and memory. It is widely used to test the effects of pharmacological treatments, brain lesions, and diseases in animal models.
Key Results Metrics
Analyzing Spatial Navigation and Behavioral Avoidance
Time Spent in Each Sector
Tracks the duration spent in each sector, indicating spatial preference and avoidance learning efficiency.
Number of Entrances into the Prohibited Sector
Counts entries into the shock zone, reflecting spatial memory and the ability to avoid the prohibited area.
Latency Until the First Visit to the Prohibited Sector
Measures the time before the first entry into the shock zone, showing initial avoidance performance.
Number of Shocks per Entrance into the Prohibited Sector
Calculates shocks per entry, indicating the subject’s ability to exit the zone promptly after entry.
Total Path Length
Overall distance covered by the animal during the test session.
Active Place Avoidance (APA)
Dynamic Spatial Avoidance Testing
Enhanced Research Adaptability
Supports diverse experiments, evaluating spatial memory under static or rotating conditions to study cognitive impacts.
Tailored for Experimental Flexibility
Customizable settings for rotation, shocks, and visual cues, compatible with advanced tracking software.
Automated Elevated
Plus-Maze Analysis
Records spatial behavior metrics like safe zone time and shock events, enabling deep insights into learning and memory.
Comprehensive Data Reporting
Key Features
- High-Precision Rotating Arena: Adjustable rotation speeds from 0 to 5 revolutions per minute.
- Shock Grid Integration: Programmatically or manually controlled current levels (0.1–4.0 mA).
- Robust Construction: Stainless steel base with durable acrylic rotating components.
- Experimental Customization: Fully adjustable prohibited sector and visual cue configurations.
- Advanced Tracking Support: Compatible with ConductVision
Specifications
- Arena Sizes: 80 cm x 80 cm (mice) and 105 cm x 105 cm (rats).
- Rotating Arena Dimensions: Diameter 78 cm (mice) and 105 cm (rats).
- Shock Grid Spacing: 5 mm for mice, 10 mm for rats.
- Quiet Servo Motors: Speed control for precise rotation.
- Data Integration: Supports detailed tracking and behavior visualization.
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- High-Resolution Video Tracking
- Multiple Test Support
- Automated Data Collection
- Data Analysis Tools
- Customizability
- Data Export and Sharing
- 24/7 Online Support
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- High-Resolution Video Tracking
- Multiple Test Support
- Automated Data Collection
- Share with friends
- Customizability
- Data Analysis Tools
- Cloud Storage and Remote Access
- 24/7 Online Support
Automated Data Collection and Reporting
The APA system automates data collection and analysis, providing detailed reports with behavioral metrics, graphical visualizations, and statistical insights. This streamlines research workflows and enhances result interpretation.
- High-Resolution Video Tracking
- Multiple Test Support
- Automated Data Collection
- Share with friends
- Customizability
- Data Analysis Tools
- Support and Training
- Cloud Storage and Remote Access
